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The Best New Adult Choir Easter Anthems
Come, You Faithful,
Raise the Strain
arr. Matthew Machemer.
Easter day will resound with the splendor of this festive concertato
for choir with brass quintet, timpani, organ, and congregation. The
second stanza features a playful trio between two-part choir and
the organ. The bright, resounding brass fanfares set the victorious
theme, making this piece perfect for celebrating the Resurrection.
11621275 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.90
11621276 SATB Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.00
A Flourish for Easter
He Is Risen
Tom Lough/arr. Jon Paige.
With the sound of rejoicing, lift high the acclamation "Jesus is
risen!" with this sturdy anthem of Easter triumph. The symbolic
melody lifts the truths heavenward while powerful hymn-like
harmonies provide sonic depth. The addition of trumpets and
handbells provides a festive touch.
11642433 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
Forth He Came at Easter
Noel nouvelet
arr. Edwin R. Taylor.
An easy-to-learn Easter anthem ideal for small choirs, this piece
is a unison arrangement of the medieval French carol
NOEL
NOUVELET with a more involved organ accompaniment - with
registration and in technical difficulty.
11629408 Unison w/ Organ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.35
Hear the Praises We Bring
Brad Nix.
In this exciting anthem, an energetic original melody is paired
with lyrics that recount the Easter story. The lively piano
accompaniment, enhanced by optional violin and cello obbligatos,
helps create a true moment of praise for choir and congregation.
An excellent choice for Easter or any worship service throughout
the year.
11641209 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.75
11641210E SATB ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.75
11641213E Instrumental Parts- Violin & Cello ePrint . . . . . . . . .9.95
Arise and Shout!
Tina English/arr. Dennis Allen.
Celebrate the joy of the Resurrection with this uplifting call to
worship. With original text and music, this anthem comes alive
in a setting that is easy to prepare yet powerfully effective. An
optional benediction included provides a fitting reprise of the
theme. A festive trumpet obbligato is available.
11642123 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.85
Christ Is Alive
Joel Raney.
Beginning with Christ's final cry "It is finished," this Easter anthem
takes us on a journey from the cross to the tomb to Christ's
resurrection and promise of eternal life. Organ and brass parts
as well as a full orchestration are available separately. This is a
dramatic and triumphant anthem for Easter.
11639168 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.25
11639169 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34.95
11639170 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89.95
Christ Is Risen
from "The Song Everlasting"
arr. Joseph M. Martin.
Let the news go forth, Christ is risen! This creative pairing of two
traditional hymn tunes announces the greatest truth of the faith
with resounding confidence. Sturdy four-part writing and a festive
orchestration make this arrangement essential repertoire for
Easter gatherings.
11642085 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
11642086 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
Christ, Our Ever-Dawning Hope
Benjamin Harlan.
An inspired pairing of the French Renaissance tune BRANLE DE
POITOU with Michael Eller's compelling text captures the music's
lively meter. The piece is rhythmically engaging and wonderfully
singable. The work is versatile, suitable for performance with
organ alone or enhanced by the optional cello obligato.
11640721 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.90
11640722 Instrumental Parts- Cello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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